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Hyperventilation can lead to which condition?

Hypotension

Hypertension

Hyperventilation is a condition where one breathes faster and deeper than normal. This can lead to a decrease in carbon dioxide levels in the body, resulting in respiratory alkalosis. Hypotension, or low blood pressure, does not typically occur as a result of hyperventilation. While hyperventilation can cause an increase in blood pressure, this would not result in hypertension, as that is a chronic condition. Bradycardia, or a low heart rate, can occur as a result of hyperventilation due to the decrease in carbon dioxide levels. However, the typical response is tachycardia, or a rapid heart rate, as the body tries to compensate for the imbalance. Therefore, the correct condition associated with hyperventilation is hypertension.

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